How to design and build furniture - Exam
  • 1. What is the first step in designing a piece of furniture?
A) Determining the furniture's function and user needs
B) Building a prototype
C) Choosing the wood type
D) Sketching a design
  • 2. Which of these is NOT a common wood joint?
A) Lap joint
B) Dovetail joint
C) Mortise and tenon joint
D) Brick joint
  • 3. What is 'kerf'?
A) A tool for measuring angles
B) A type of wood finish
C) A design style
D) The width of the cut made by a saw blade
  • 4. Which tool is best for cutting curves in wood?
A) Table saw
B) Miter saw
C) Circular saw
D) Bandsaw
  • 5. What is the purpose of wood filler?
A) To protect the wood from moisture
B) To add color to the wood
C) To strengthen the wood
D) To fill imperfections in the wood surface
  • 6. What is the main purpose of applying a finish to furniture?
A) To make the furniture easier to assemble
B) To make the furniture heavier
C) To change the wood type
D) To protect the wood and enhance its appearance
  • 7. Which of these is a softwood?
A) Pine
B) Oak
C) Walnut
D) Maple
  • 8. What is 'grain direction' in wood?
A) The alignment of wood fibers
B) The hardness of the wood
C) The color of the wood
D) The age of the tree
  • 9. What is a jig?
A) A type of wood finish
B) A small decorative piece
C) A specific type of wood
D) A tool that guides another tool for accuracy and repeatability
  • 10. What is the purpose of a wood conditioner?
A) To strengthen the wood fibers
B) To add a glossy shine to the wood
C) To make the wood waterproof
D) To prepare the wood for staining by ensuring even absorption
  • 11. Which type of saw is typically used for making accurate crosscuts?
A) Miter saw
B) Table saw
C) Rip saw
D) Bandsaw
  • 12. What is 'rabbet'?
A) A recess cut along the edge of a piece of wood
B) A woodworking clamp
C) A type of screw
D) A type of wood glue
  • 13. What is the best way to prevent wood from splitting when screwing near the edge?
A) Overtighten the screw
B) Use a larger screw
C) Use a hammer instead of a screwdriver
D) Predrill a pilot hole
  • 14. What is the purpose of sanding wood?
A) To make the wood stronger
B) To remove knots
C) To smooth the surface and prepare it for finishing
D) To change the color of the wood
  • 15. Which of these is a hardwood?
A) Cherry
B) Spruce
C) Cedar
D) Fir
  • 16. What is the purpose of a 'story stick'?
A) To mark cut lines
B) To transfer measurements accurately and avoid errors
C) To apply glue
D) To stir wood stain
  • 17. Which clamp is best for holding large, irregular shapes?
A) Hand screw clamp
B) Bar clamp
C) Spring clamp
D) C-clamp
  • 18. What is 'wood movement'?
A) The process of drying wood
B) The natural growth of trees
C) The process of applying finish
D) The expansion and contraction of wood due to changes in humidity
  • 19. What is 'shellac'?
A) A woodworking tool
B) A type of wood
C) A type of wood glue
D) A wood finish made from insect resin
  • 20. What is the purpose of applying multiple coats of finish?
A) To use less finish
B) To provide better protection and a smoother surface
C) To change the color of the finish
D) To make the finish dry faster
  • 21. Which type of drawing is best for showing the overall dimensions and appearance of a finished piece?
A) Assembly drawing
B) Orthographic projection
C) Exploded view
D) Sketch
  • 22. What is a 'chamfer'?
A) A woodworking tool
B) A type of wood grain
C) A beveled edge that removes a sharp corner
D) A type of wood joint
  • 23. What is the primary benefit of using engineered wood like plywood or MDF?
A) Lower cost than solid wood
B) Easier to cut and shape
C) More attractive grain patterns
D) Increased stability and resistance to warping
  • 24. When should you use a respirator mask in woodworking?
A) Only when using power tools
B) Only when working with hardwoods
C) Never, as it restricts breathing
D) When sanding, sawing, or applying finishes that produce dust or fumes
  • 25. What is 'woodworking layout'?
A) Selecting the best type of wood for a project
B) Arranging wood pieces for aesthetic appeal
C) The process of accurately marking cut lines and joinery locations
D) Applying wood finish
  • 26. What is 'cupping' in lumber?
A) A woodworking technique
B) A type of wood finish
C) A knot in the wood
D) A warp across the width of a board, making it concave
  • 27. What is the difference between a rip cut and a crosscut?
A) Rip cut goes with the grain, crosscut goes across the grain.
B) Rip cut is used for hardwoods, crosscut for softwoods.
C) Rip cut is used for thin pieces, crosscut for thick pieces.
D) Rip cut is done with a hand saw, crosscut with a power saw.
  • 28. What is a 'template' used for in woodworking?
A) To apply wood glue evenly
B) To create identical copies of a shape or design
C) To measure the moisture content of wood
D) To sharpen woodworking tools
  • 29. Which of the following is NOT a common cause of woodworking accidents?
A) Not using safety equipment
B) Working when tired
C) Lack of focus
D) Using sharp tools
  • 30. What is a 'mortise gauge' used for?
A) Measuring the moisture content of wood
B) Measuring the depth of a hole
C) Measuring angles
D) Marking parallel lines for mortise and tenon joints
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